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16 States Where Mystery Dog Illness Is Now Spreading iStock RELATED: Mystery Dog Illness Spreading Across the U.S.—These Breeds Are Most at Risk . iStock An unusual bout of respiratory disease is causing concern among the canine community. Now referred to as atypical canine infectious respiratory disease complex (aCIRDC), this mystery dog illness was first reported in Oregon over the summer, according to the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health....

2 Alternatives That Are Just As Beneficial as Walking 10,000 Steps, According to Science Shutterstock/Dragon Images It’s a benchmark for health that’s become so popular it’s practically gospel: To get and stay fit, make sure you’re taking at least 10,000 steps a day. It’s an easy goal to remember, but it’s not exactly a shortcut to getting in shape—that number of steps amounts to about five miles. But Good Morning America recently reported there are two alternatives that can get you similar results....

20 Genius Products That Make Cleaning So Much Easier Shutterstock/michaeljung While having a squeaky-clean home may be nice, the process of actually getting your home spotless is rarely a fun one. The good news? There are countless genius cleaning products out there that can help you get your home in tip-top shape in less time than you ever thought possible. From gadgets that tackle the cleaning for you to those that get out the grime you’d long since given up on, read on to discover the cleaning products you simply can’t live without any longer....

20 Shocking Confessions from Public School Teachers Shutterstock Ask any teacher how they feel about their job, and they’ll likely say something along the lines of, “Oh, it’s sooo rewarding.” To which we ask: “Is it?” On the surface, you’ll hear teachers yammer on about honing the minds of a generation, ushering in new guard to make the world a better place (or whatever). But dig deep, and you’ll find some seriously insidious resentment....

200+ Get to Know You Questions That Actually Work Shutterstock / RossHelen Not all conversation starters are created equal. While some can help break the ice, others get a little, well— cringy . Fortunately, there are a few prompts out there that can actually lead to an engaging conversation. And, maybe more importantly, the outcome is often worth the effort. You never know when taking the time to get to know someone will lead to certain benefits, socially, or even professionally, speaking....

22 Movies Like “Mean Girls” That All the Cool Cliques Are Watching <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2024/01/mean-girls.png?strip=1&resize=640%2C360&quality=82" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Amanda Seyfried, Rachel McAdams, and Lacey Chabert in “Mean Girls” - 1”> Paramount Pictures Twenty years after its release, Mean Girls is an undeniable classic. The story of new girl Cady Heron ( Lindsay Lohan ) trying to fit in at her high school by joining the Plastics is endlessly re-watchable, and many quotes from the movie still live on....

23 Amazing Home Safety Tips from Firefighters Shutterstock Despite ample information on fire safety, home fires continue to be a huge problem in the United States. From 2011 to 2015, fire departments across the country responded to an average of 358,500 home structure fires, which resulted in $6.7 billion in damage. Though the rare house fire simply can’t be avoided (like those started by forest fires), most are caused by things that could easily be evaded: poorly placed candles, unattended pots, filthy grills....

25 Genius Hacks for How to Look Younger Ground Picture/Shutterstock Picture a fresh-faced Barack Obama in 2008. Now, picture his more graying current visage . Guess what? That’s what stress, frequent air travel, and politics can do to your mug. Now, maybe you don’t have to deal with Beltway-caliber backstabbers, but you’re still busy, with real stress and real responsibility. How can you be sure to feel, act, and look like the leader you know you are?...

25 Ways to Get Even Richer by Christmas Shutterstock Creating wealth takes a while, but if you give your finances some attention, you can significantly build upon your wealth over a surprisingly short period of time. We’re already into the dog days of summer now but we’ve made a list and checked it twice so that you could be thousands of dollars better off by the time the holiday season rolls around....

26 Things to Do in Phoenix: Hikes, History, and Museums Shutterstock / Brent Coulter If you’re craving clear skies, then it’s probably time to book a trip to Phoenix. Nicknamed “The Valley of the Sun,” the city experiences about 3,870 hours of sunshine each year, securing its place as one of the sunniest metropolitan areas in the world. You don’t have to travel far to reach number one on that list, either....

28 Best Things to Do in Salt Lake City: Fun, Outdoors, and Adventurous Shutterstock / SkyBlodgett Salt Lake City remains the largest metropolitan area in Utah. While it’s best known as the religious center for the Mormon Church, there’s much more to discover about the city! For instance—and contrary to what pop culture would have us believe—you’ll actually find a non-Mormon majority living in this pocket of the Beehive State. Fun fact: Did you know the state got its nickname from the amount of honey produced each year?...

30 A-Listers Who Fell Off Your Radar Shutterstock For every celebrity buried under a plethora of success and mainstream notoriety, there’s an equally successful celebrity who has seemingly disappeared into the ether of normalcy. Or, as you’ll come to find out, they strayed so far into the bizarre that their careers ultimately suffered for it. From Brendan Fraser’s retreat into suburbia to Randy Quaid’s turn to the crazy side, these are the A-listers who have completely fallen off our radar....

30 Gifts That Prove the 1990s Were the Best Courtesy of Etsy If you came of age in the 1990s, over-romanticizing that magical decade just comes naturally. You don’t even think you’re being nostalgic, you just live in a headspace where the Macarena is still the hottest dance craze, people still wear pagers, and Dunkaroos is what’s for dinner. So when shopping for friends and family, obviously your first thought is, “I wonder if they already own a Furby....

30 Insanely Adorable Holiday Gifts for Your Pet Shutterstock Your pets are your companions, your confidantes, and, let’s face it, your best friends. And while providing food and belly rubs sure is nice, if you really want to show your furry friends how much you love them, including them on your holiday shopping list is a great place to start. Instead of doling out some extra treats this year while the rest of the family opens their gifts, get your four-legged pals in on the act....

37 Incredible Barbie Facts You Need to Know DinosArt/Shutterstock Barbie may look young, but the iconic doll actually turned 64 in 2023. And while she’s one of the most iconic toys the world has ever seen, there are still many Barbie facts that are hardly common knowledge. She’s lived a life in plastic that truly is fantastic. Keep reading to learn some interesting tidbits about the fashion doll who’s entertained generations of kids....

4 Times You Should Never Shake Someone’s Hand, Etiquette Experts Say YurolaitsAlbert/iStock In most social and professional scenarios, the handshake is considered a standard greeting—and one with high stakes. Done right, the gesture can convey warmth, confidence, and interest in the other person, yet etiquette experts agree that there are certain instances in which a handshake can send the wrong message , or even cause offense. “Getting it wrong from the get-go is the definition of a bad first impression,” says Lisa Mirza Grotts , an etiquette expert widely known as the Golden Rules Gal ....

5 Regions With the Highest Risk of Snow This Thanksgiving Shutterstock The weather on and around Thanksgiving can have huge implications—especially if you live somewhere where November snowfall is the norm. Even though getting a dusting in time for the big feast can feel festive, too much of it could snarl air travel and complicate driving conditions. And while we’re still too far out to know if any places are due for a storm for sure, some data could help pinpoint which places are most likely to see some of the white stuff in the coming days....

5 Secrets Nordstrom Rack Doesn’t Want You to Know Shutterstock / Ken Wolter For many shoppers, Nordstrom Rack is the go-to source for top-tier fashion at affordable prices. Savvy customers know they can turn to the budget retailer whenever they want to fill their shoe closets, refresh their wardrobes, and pick up new accessories at a reasonable price. But even if you’ve spent plenty of time perusing their inventory, there’s still more to the chain than you probably realize....

5 Shocking Revelations From Pamela Anderson’s Bombshell Memoir Dey Street Books/Shutterstock Pamela Anderson first became a Hollywood tabloid sensation 30 years ago—thanks to a sex tape, semi-nude magazine covers, and a miniseries she inspired—and she’s lived to tell the tale. And tell it she does, in her upcoming memoir Love, Pamela . She shot out of obscurity in the early ’90s with Baywatch and became one of the biggest stars on the planet, a status only amplified by her marriage to Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee and the (unintentional, they say) release of a sex tape shot on their honeymoon....

5 Signs Someone Is Majorly Jealous of You, Therapists Say Prostock-Studio / iStock Jealousy is a natural human emotion , and we all experience the pangs of it from time to time—say, when a neighbor wins a free luxury vacation, or when a colleague gets that sought-after promotion. But when someone allows their jealousy to take over, or can’t cope with it healthily, it can sabotage their relationships, happiness, and mental well-being....